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Gaming News Archives - Page 4924Rank Plans More Hard Rock Properties18 June 2003
International News Brief: Rank plans to open dozens of Hard Rock themed hotels in the US and Europe under a new joint venture designed to boost the struggling brand.
Thousands Visit New Seminole Casino18 June 2003
News Brief: Thousands of people poured into the new Seminole Casino to fill in spots in front the slot machines and card tables yesterday after a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Judge Declares Mistrial In Gambling Lawsuit18 June 2003
News Brief: A federal judge declared a mistrial Tuesday in a lawsuit brought by five gamblers against former video gambling operator Fred Collins.
Mega Millions Jackpot Climbs to $175 Million18 June 2003
Imagine earning more than $18,000 in a single day! That dream could become a reality on Friday night for a lucky lottery player if the right Mega Millions combination can be found!
Fitch Ratings: Casinos Threatened by Tax Increases18 June 2003
News Brief: U.S. casinos face losing hundreds of millions of dollars from steep tax increases as cash-strapped states struggle to close budget gaps, according to Fitch Ratings.
Loto-Québec Maintains Revenue, Net Income18 June 2003
For 2003, Loto-Québec has reported consolidated earnings of $3.749 billion, an increase of 2.4% over the previous year, and net income of $1.446 billion, a slight decline of 0.2% as compared to 2002.
Mississippi Casinos Urged to Increase Security18 June 2003
News Brief: Gambling regulators in Mississippi are `extremely concerned’ about the recent rash of Mid-South casino robberies and have recommended increased surveillance and higher visibility for security personnel.
Rhode Island Smoking-Ban Bill Held for Study on Gambling Impact18 June 2003
News Brief: Fearing the loss of millions of dollars in gambling revenue, House Speaker William J. Murphy has formed a commission to study the potential impact of a statewide smoking ban.
Pennsylvania Lottery Results Available over Telephone18 June 2003
In response to requests from Pennsylvania Lottery players and retailers, the Lottery has added a toll-free telephone number as another option to obtain mid-day drawing results.
Global Cash Access Signs New Contracts18 June 2003
Twenty-one gaming properties have signed contracts to use the products and services of Global Cash Access.
South African Casino Kids a Problem17 June 2003
International News Brief: There are dozens of `casino kids’, from babes in arms to young teens, at the Suncoast Casino on any given night until the early hours of the morning.
Colorado Gaming Agency Director Resigns17 June 2003
News Brief: The head of the Colorado Division of Gaming has resigned, the fourth high-level official to leave the agency as a grand jury investigates potential conflicts of interest.
Harrah's Mum on UK Casino Talk17 June 2003
International News Brief: A major English newspaper last week reported that Harrah’s Entertainment and a UK gaming company were in 'advanced talks' about building a chain of Las Vegas-style casinos in Britain.
California Official Opposes Casino Location17 June 2003
News Brief: California Assemblyman Joe Nation (D-San Rafael) has joined the growing list of elected officials opposed to a casino at Sears Point.
United Way Executive Sentenced for Stealing17 June 2003
News Brief: A former United Way executive who stole more than two million dollars from the charity has been sentenced to four years in prison.
Robbers Hit Bally's Casino17 June 2003
News Brief: Add Bally's to the list of Tunica area casinos that have been robbed lately.
West Virginia Tracks Lobby for Table Games17 June 2003
News Brief: West Virginia racetracks could receive an additional boost from casino gambling if they succeed in obtaining permission from the state to add table games to already existing slot machines.
Harrah's Execs to Register as Lobbyists17 June 2003
News Brief: Harrah's officials who hope to build a casino in Rhode Island have agreed to register as lobbyists and report their financial activities, according to newspaper reports.
Iowa Counties to Votes on Floating Casinos17 June 2003
News Brief: Dreams of riverboat casinos and a quick infusion of gambling money into the local economy are swirling in the heads of economic developers in at least five northern Iowa counties.
Casino Money Is Fueling Chumash's Interest in Past17 June 2003
News Brief: Using income from the casino, the tribe has hired an expert to teach them their native language and is promoting other cultural activities.
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